WWE Legend Maxx Justice Dies at 63 After Cycling Accident; Tributes Pour In
Wrestling Legend Maxx Justice Dies at 63 After Tragic Cycling Accident
By Michael Pavitt | Updated: 20:18 BST, 18 May 2025
Tributes are pouring in for wrestler Mike Raybeck, known professionally as Maxx Justice, who died at 63 after being struck by a vehicle while cycling home from work. The tragic incident occurred near Chabot College in California last week.
Raybeck, a beloved figure in the wrestling world, performed under the names Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond during his career. All Pro Wrestling (APW) confirmed his death in a social media statement, honoring his legacy as a "standout" talent on the California indie scene.
[Image: Maxx Justice in the ring during a wrestling match]
Caption: Maxx Justice was a 5-time APW Universal Champion and a fan favorite.
A towering presence at 6’5” and over 250 lbs, Raybeck trained at the APW Boot Camp and became a 5-time APW Universal Champion. He gained recognition for forming the Border Patrol tag team with Michael Modest and later wrestled internationally in Mexico and Japan. He also participated in WWE and WCW tryouts and appeared in the wrestling documentary Beyond The Mat.
APW’s tribute highlighted his contributions: “Mike helped pave the way for many. His life was cut short following a bicycle accident… Our condolences go out to his family, friends, and fans.”
[Image: Hayward City Council meeting holding a moment of silence]
Caption: The Hayward City Council honored Raybeck with lowered flags and a planned memorial tree.
Outside wrestling, Raybeck worked as a maintenance mechanic for the city of Hayward for 16 years. The city council paid tribute by holding a moment of silence, lowering flags to half-mast, and proposing a memorial tree in his honor.
Fans and peers shared memories online, celebrating his charisma and influence. Raybeck’s sudden passing has left a void in both the wrestling community and his hometown.
Rest in power, Maxx Justice.
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